University Scholarships

Take the first step in faith. You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.
- Martin Luther King

University Scholarships

The Association Philippe Jabre offers university scholarships and financial support to students studying towards a bachelor’s degree in Lebanon and post-graduate university degrees in Lebanon and abroad.


Purpose

  • To help young Lebanese build their future by giving them the means to do so.
  • To strengthen the spirit of solidarity and to bring together a group of people committed towards the betterment of society.


Candidates

  • Students accepted to study at a leading university for a bachelor’s degree in Lebanon, or a post-graduate programme in Lebanon or exceptionally abroad.  
  • Very high academic track record.
  • A difficult financial and socio-economic situation of the candidate and their family which prevents them from achieving academic and life goals.


University scholarships are granted depending on the needs of the students and can cover:

  • Tuition,
  • Living expenses,
  • Technology and materials (PCs)
  • Travel expenses.

Scholarships are awarded for a one-year period and are subsequently reviewed by the APJ.

Grants are awarded as a loan at 0% interest. In return, students agree to reimburse APJ within the period of 5 years to 7 years after graduation.